carpinteiro
1. A person skilled in making and repairing wooden structures and objects
The carpenter built a beautiful wooden deck for our house.
O carpinteiro construiu um convés de madeira lindo para nossa casa.
2. A tradesperson who works with wood in construction and furniture making
She hired a carpenter to install new kitchen cabinets.
Ela contratou um carpinteiro para instalar novos armários de cozinha.
3. In carpentry, someone who specializes in structural woodwork and framing
The carpenter framed the walls of the new building.
O carpinteiro estruturou as paredes do novo prédio.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, carpenters are highly respected skilled tradespeople. In Brazil, carpinteiros are essential to the construction industry and often work on residential and commercial projects. The profession requires apprenticeship and practical experience. In the USA, carpenters are unionized in many regions and command strong wages. The term has historical significance dating back to colonial times in both countries.
NYC Slang
chippy (informal/dated)
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